Jeddah Travel Guide

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You're Going to Love Jeddah

With a population of 2.87 million, Jeddah is the largest city in Makkah, Saudi Arabia by the number of inhabitants. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Jeddah has to offer.

If you’re looking for affordable options, Spears - InterContinental Jeddah (Al Kurnaysh Rd) and Al Ferdaus - InterContinental Jeddah (Al Kurnaysh Rd, Al-Hamra'a) are great picks.

Jeddah in February

Estimated hotel price

$254

1 night at 3-star hotel

$254

1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Jeddah in July, when the average temperature is 32 °C, and the highest can go up to 37 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 18 °C, with an average temperature of 23 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in November, when precipitation is around 20 mm. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Jeddah, with an average rainfall of 0 mm.

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When flying to Jeddah, you’ll arrive at Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl (JED), which is located 9 miles from the city centre. The shortest flight to Jeddah from Australia departs from Perth and takes around 16h 20m.

Car

Another option to get to Jeddah is to pick up a car hire from Mecca, which is about 41 miles from Jeddah. You’ll find branches of Budget and Final Rentals, among others, in Mecca.

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Another option to get to Jeddah is to pick up a car hire from Mecca, which is about 41 miles from Jeddah. You’ll find branches of Budget and Final Rentals, among others, in Mecca.

Airports near Jeddah

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Where to stay in Jeddah

From 5-star hotels such as the Joudyan Jeddah Red Sea Mall to great affordable options like the ibis Jeddah Malik Road, Jeddah offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $86 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $342 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include DoubleTree by Hilton Jeddah Al Andalus Mall and Taj Al Worood Hotel. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Jeddah, with prices from $49 to $539 per night. Downtown is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Jeddah are about 19% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Where to stay in popular areas of Jeddah

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Mövenpick Jeddah City Star

5 stars

Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)

$155+

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Intercontinental Hotels Jeddah By IHG

5 stars

Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)

$199+

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Hiring a car in Jeddah costs $69 per day, on average, or $275 if you want to hire it for 4 days.

The most frequently booked car type in Jeddah is Compact (Nissan Sunny or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Chevrolet Spark or similar) is, on average, 69% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Jeddah costs $69 per day, on average, or $275 if you want to hire it for 4 days.

Best car hire deals in Jeddah

Mini

2 Adults, 2 Bags

$52/day

Mini

2 Adults, 2 Bags

$52/day

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